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Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
10
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix J30 front
 
Olympus FE-3010 front
Portability
97
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Key Specs

Fujifilm J30
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
  • Revealed July 2009
Olympus FE-3010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 108g - 93 x 56 x 18mm
  • Released January 2009
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Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Overview

Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the FE-3010 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm J30 was revealed 7 months later than the FE-3010 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm J30 matches up vs the FE-3010 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Olympus FE-3010

 Fujifilm J30 FE-3010 
ReleasedJuly 2009January 2009Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Fujifilm J30

 FE-3010 Fujifilm J30 

Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Olympus FE-3010

 Fujifilm J30 FE-3010 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm J30 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-3010 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 versus the FE-3010.

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm J30 and FE-3010 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm J30 and FE-3010.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm J30 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm J30 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus FE-3010 as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
26
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Street photography highlights
Olympus FE-3010 Street photography highlights
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
63
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm J30 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus FE-3010 as a Sports photography camera
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
33
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Travel photography advice
Olympus FE-3010 Travel photography advice
52
flash built-in
no Timelapse recording
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
57
environment proofing
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Landscape photography highlights
Olympus FE-3010 Landscape photography highlights
23
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse recording
31
image stabilization (Digital)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm J30 Vlogging info
Olympus FE-3010 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone support
28
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focus
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
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Fujifilm J30 vs Olympus FE-3010 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm J30 and Olympus FE-3010
 Fujifilm FinePix J30Olympus FE-3010
General Information
Company FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm FinePix J30 Olympus FE-3010
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-07-22 2009-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 36-108mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 lbs) 108 gr (0.24 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (12 seconds)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal
Card slots 1 1
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